“Knowing when to walk away, is WISDOM. Being able to, is COURAGE. Walking away with GRACE, and your held head high,is DIGNITY.”~ Ritu Ghatourey Photo taken in Boracay, 2012.

My goal this month of July is to make 10,000 steps a day. That’s actually the American Health Association standard. Everyday, my son and I walk to his school. To and from the school, it usually takes us

“Mother gives her hand to a son only for a while, and she presents him her heart for life.” This photo was taken by my brother-in-law 6 years ago in Boracay, Philippines. This is definitely one of my

I have been craving for Chili Con Carne since last week and today, I found time and energy to cook one for my family. I forgot to get nachos from the grocery store so I used lettuce instead. I also added

This scrumptious Pad Thai, stir-fried noodles with peanut sauce, is only 80 pesos. It’s so good and filling. Aside from the peanut sauce, there actual peanut bits and spices. The Vietnamese stall where

This witty and cute souvenir was from our last trip to Boracay Islands, Philippines maybe 6 years ago.

While pork is the usual meatball choice for many ( I’ve searched recipes online and most of them suggested the use of pork ), I prefer beef for this dish. It’s juicier and more flavorful. I was also able

This Saikoro Beef Skewer is tender diced Japanese wagyu beef in Terikayaki sauce, with pickles, cherry tomatoes, lettuce and special sesame dressing. This latest addition to Yumi Japanese Restaurant’s

I started reading this book when we visited Baguio City, Philippines early this year. The cold weather, the great mountain view and the hot coffee made it all perfect to read a great book from a great

“Just think of any negativity that comes at you as a raindrop falling into the ocean of your bliss.” ~ Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Found in Camp John Hay, Baguio City Philippines, the Cemetery of Negativism

Now trying this Buko Organic Coconut Spread.. I was told it can be used as bread spread, yogurt topping or as it is, straight from bottle to spoon. I would also love to try this as spread to Suman, a Filipino

Tea time is 3-6pm at TWG Tea Salon & Boutique. Our favorite is the Caramel Tea. After getting ourselves loaded with their Chicken Fettucine, it’s time for some tea and macarons!

My new favorite TV series - Killing Eve. Sandra Oh was my favorite character in Grey’s Anatomy. I like the shift from medical drama to a suspense-thriller series for her. I’m just on 3rd episode of season

I always prefer red over white wine. My usual choices are Shiraz and California red. But now, my new favorite is this Barefoot Merlot - smooth, rich, juicy but not too fruity.

At Blue Wonder Coffee and Bean Roastery, we get to choose which type of bean we want for our coffee. We can choose from floral, original or dark blends. There are also three types of slow brew coffee.

One of favorite comfort foods- combination of Steak, frites and salad. I love it cooked medium and paired with red wine, preferably Merlot or Shiraz.

First time to try this Oyster Sisig at The Perfect Pint in Greenbelt Makati, Philippines. It is best paired with a Stout draft beer according to the restaurant’s staff.

Happy Father’s day to all the awesome, responsible and cool Dads!!! And to the father of my son, THANK YOU FOR ALWAY GIVING YOUR BEST!!! We love you so much!!!

For the love of bacon and pasta!!! Adding heavy cream and chili flakes makes this pasta dish more awesome!

This breakfast is perfect for the rainy season, and also for those who are cutting carbohydrate-intake or those who are into ketogenic diet. This consists of cauliflower rice, spicy gourmet tuyo ( dried